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pA beef to pa schools program


More beef. more often. on the school lunch tray

The PA Beef to PA Schools program works to connect schools and their food service professionals to cattle producers in order to 'Beef-up' their school lunches. By doing so, schools are providing beef more often and sourcing beef from local producers. The effort helps to fight food insecurity as well as supporting local farms and the opportunity to connect the local community with the PA Beef Industry. 

2022-2023 School Year Impact

2023-2024 School Year Impact

2024-2025 School Year Impact

Contact Nichole Hockenberry for more information 

"We are passionate about fueling young students with beef and connecting the dots between Pennsylvania farm families and beef meals on the lunch tray," Nichole Hockenberry, PA Beef Council, Executive Director, "our desire is to provide quality nutrition and grow the next generation of beef consumers."

Local Impact: Beef producer profiles

Learn more about the Pennsylvania Beef Producers that are supplying beef to their local school districts through the PA Beef to PA Schools program. 

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beef recipe Inspiration for the lunch tray

rock and roll beef wraps

Rock and Roll Beef Wraps

A colorful way to introduce quinoa to your kids with ranch-seasoned Ground Beef and slaw. 

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spy thai beef meal

Spy Thai Beef

Peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger and garlic introduce ethnic flavors to picky palates.

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beef sausage lasagna

Rancher Recipe Farmous Lasagna

Try this no-fuss lasagna recipe today. Ground Beef, pasta sauce and cheese are layered and baked together. 

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